Monday, 20 February 2017

Changing The World...One Postcard At A Time!

“Through art we can change the world.” - David Sandum

I’m sure you’ll agree…the world is going through some extremely tough
times. And as strange as this may sound, when things seem just a little
too intense for me I enjoy wandering through a supermarket. My local
A&P was always a favourite. And when I moved to England
my supermarket of choice was Morrisons. Regardless of the location,
the ambiance was reassuringly identical and delightfully soothing. Is
it the orderly rows of merchandise, the bright colours of the
packaging, or even the Muzak that charms me? I really don’t have an
answer. I just know I enjoy wandering, most of the time aimlessly,
through the aisles. I guess you could call it my version of “retail
therapy”.

Searching through my collection of ephemera for inspiration, my
eye caught a vintage image of a woman pushing her overflowing cart.
Like me, she had to be an A&P shopper. There was the clue.
My favorite: Eight O’clock Coffee…the original DIY lovers’ coffee…ground
to your own specification in the machine conveniently placed in the
aisle.

I wanted to place the woman on a background that would scream
“SALE!!” I took another look at one of my favourite stencils,
Artistcellar’s “Celestial” from the Arabian Nights series.
I built two versions on heavy white paper using a variety of colours.
In the end I had two distinct looks. I decided to use the lighter,
brighter one as a background. Having an assortment of choices at my
fingertips so quickly and easily is the hallmark of Artistcellar
products.

Working wholly conventionally this time I cut and glued my
photos, text and sections from handwritten shopping lists I “procured”
from a parking lot to the card. Creating this way was just as
therapeutic as my supermarket stroll!

Soon the finished piece will be on its way to Twitter Art
Exhibit. Founder David Sandum began the project in 2010 using social
media and global public engagement to generate income for charities
and nonprofits. Artists donate postcard sized work to #TAE for sale. At
an exhibition the art is sold. The chosen organisation receives 100%
of the proceeds.

This year TAE17 is supporting Molly Olly’s Wishes in Stratford
upon Avon, UK. The organisation compassionately assists children
with terminal or life threatening illnesses and their families. Their
goal is to help maintain emotional well-being for those undergoing
extremely difficult times. My challenges in no way compare to those
facing these children and their families. But my hope is that with my
card we can share a smile and the relaxation of my supermarket
meanderings.

Why not spread the healing spirit of Artistcellar? There is still
time to enter as registration closes on February 24th. Your postcard
must be in the hands of #TAE17 no later than March 17th. For
more information follow this link: http://twitterartexhibit.org/

As artists, inspiration surrounds us…even in the most
unlikely places…such as a supermarket. But with our unique brand of
creativity we can change the world…one postcard at a time.

About Me

Artists, dancers, writers, and poets search for a Muse for guidance, inspiration, passion, and the spark of creativity.

As a member of Sisterhood of the Muse, my Blog is home to the work of artists, and like-minded souls, who hear her voice and allow the fascination to begin.

As a visual artist and dancer, I enjoy exploring the
seduction of spirit and following the journey wherever it may take me. Utilizing a variety of techniques, my work is a
convergence of the traditional with the digital...in both the visual and performing arts.

Above all, I am a great believer in Synchronicity and love the idea that it can lead to the most profound aha moments we can experience in life and in Art.

My desire is to share what inspires me, entertain those who choose to visit, and perhaps spark the sense of wonder and creativity that dwells in us all.